The UMass Lowell Francis College of Engineering provides talent and technology in engineering, advanced materials, advanced manufacturing, electronics and sustainable energy. 
Susan Roberts.

Meet Dean Susan Roberts

As dean, I am dedicated to fostering a collaborative, transparent and supportive culture that promotes excellence in all aspects of our college. I invite you to join us—whether as a student, alumnus, industry partner or fellow educator—as we shape the next chapter of the Francis College of Engineering. This is a place where ideas flourish, confidence takes hold,and engineers emerge. I’m proud to lead this exceptional community and look forward to all we will accomplish together. Read more about Dean Roberts vision.

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UMass Lowell Plastics Engineering student Patrick McCallum interns at Wittmann Battenfeld
Patrick McCallum
Plastics Engineering

Patrick McCallum got a leg up on his plastics engineering career with an internship at Wittmann Battenfeld, where he worked alongside the company's president, alum David Preusse '85.

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Christopher Simmans.
Christopher Simmans
Electrical Engineering

Christopher Simmans took a winding path from Texas to Massachusetts, but the move led him to find his calling in electrical engineering at UMass Lowell.

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Fatin Rahman posing with another student in front of Society for Women Engineers booth.
Fatin Rahman
Civil Engineering

Fatin Rahman combines her skills for academics and leadership to inspire women and underrepresented students in engineering.

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Ethan Ayotte speaks at a podium at University of Massachusetts Lowell.
Ethan Ayotte
Chemical Engineering

Ethan Ayotte is preparing for a career in nuclear engineering through advanced research, leadership roles and hands-on experience with the U.S. Department of Energy.

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Kevin Twitchell wearing a mask at his job at Brooks Automation
Kevin Twitchell
Criminal Justice, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Kevin Twitchell graduated the first time as a criminal justice major – and then switched direction, going back to school at night to get a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology.

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Kevin Akers sits on a bench outside on UMass Lowell's North campus outside Perry Hall
Kevin Akers
Mechanical Engineering

As one of the university’s first DC-CAP Scholars, mechanical engineering major Kevin Akers is pursuing his dream of becoming an astronaut — while also continuing to make a difference in the lives of others.

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Work with the Best

The Francis College of Engineering is currently searching for faculty members in a number of positions.